Senior Systems Administrator
Current• Evolved Rick Steves’ IT infrastructure from 5 servers in 2005 to over 40 physical and virtual Windows/Linux servers.• Principal architect, implementer and manager of Rick Steves’ network infrastructure, routing, switching, VLANs, Cisco firewalls, VPNs, failover and internet filtering. • Created and maintained multitier secure network in compliance with PCI regulations.• Designed, built and maintained HA Windows server clusters (including WLBS and MS SQL) hosting Rick Steve’s websites and web stores.• Architected, built and maintained multiple HA server, storage, backup and data protection systems for internal use and Rick Steves private cloud facility.• Participated in company-wide risk analysis and disaster planning.• Oversaw/implemented technical aspects of company-wide PCI DSS compliance initiative.• Consulted on, maintained and diagnosed issues related to integration services between Rick Steves’ web stores, CRM, custom applications, POS and ERP and fulfillment systems.• Administered/diagnosed custom Salesforce order-processing/CRM solution.• Provided business intelligence/reporting for managers utilizing SQL/SSRS/SOQL and Crystal Reports.• Provided direct and tier-two helpdesk support to ~100 on-site users and ~170 overseas guides.• Oversaw operations of other helpdesk and technical staff and consultants.• Created/maintained standards for desktop deployment, refresh and upgrade and patch management.• Created Windows/Office training syllabus and supporting materials for in-house employees.• Provided systems automation, integration and application support for staff/managers utilizing MS SQL, HTML, Coldfusion, javaScript, vbScript and ASP/HTA.• Implemented programming of phone system menus and notifications (Avaya IP Office)• Designed/implemented pro-audio and digital recording systems for Rick Steves’ radio studio and assisted with IT and audio/video issues in radio and television studios.